Auckland Bomb Scare: Armed Police At Scene

A controlled explosion has taken place at Auckland's Britomart Train Station following the discovery of two abandoned backpacks.

Commuters were removed from the area while the bomb disposal robot was sent in to get a closer look.

A controlled explosion was heard shortly after.

There have now been three explosions. Have seen a bomb disposal robot moving around and there's a heavy police presence. Based on other info, appears to be a few bags that we're left that police are being proactive about